Joaquin Phoenix Was Reluctant to Play the Joker

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Joaquin Phoenix Was
Reluctant to Play the Joker Phoenix is being tipped for an Oscar for his portrayal of the DC Comics villain. But he apparently needed to
be convinced to take on the role. Phoenix didn't want the film
to become a franchise. Joaquin Phoenix, to
'The Los Angeles Times' Joaquin Phoenix, to
'The Los Angeles Times' He changed his view when
he got used to playing the Joker. It was suggested that he discussed the
possibility of a sequel with director Todd Phillips
in the "second or third week of shooting." Joaquin Phoenix, to
'The Los Angeles Times'